Abstract
Learning about intergenerational programming prepares health care professionals to be more competent and compassionate in working with a changing society. A unique teaching approach using intergenerational book discussion groups helps students learn about elders and provides a mutually beneficial experience. Assumptions, myths and biases held by each generation are often dispelled. Values and beliefs are clarified as members from differing generations learn about similarities and honor differences. The assignment becomes more than a technical learning situation and becomes one where friendships evolve and a deep respect for others develops. This article discusses how to plan and implement an intergenerational book discussion group for application within a variety of settings.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 27-34 |
| Number of pages | 8 |
| Journal | Journal of Intergenerational Relationships |
| Volume | 3 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Apr 19 2005 |
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All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Social Psychology
- Archaeology
- Sociology and Political Science
- Social Sciences (miscellaneous)
- Geriatrics and Gerontology
- Life-span and Life-course Studies
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Intergenerational connections through book discussion groups. / Lohman, Helene; Griffiths, Yolanda; Coppard, Brenda.
In: Journal of Intergenerational Relationships, Vol. 3, No. 1, 19.04.2005, p. 27-34.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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